Calorie comparison
Quinoa vs Whole Wheat Bread
Per 100 grams, quinoa is the lighter choice by 127 calories, while whole wheat bread delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Quinoa | Whole Wheat Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | 247 |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 13 g |
| Carbs | 21 g | 41 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g | 3.4 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌾 Quinoa
1 cup cooked (185 g)
222 cal
8.1 g protein · 38.9 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
🍞 Whole Wheat Bread
1 slice (32 g)
79 cal
4.2 g protein · 13.1 g carbs · 1.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, quinoa or whole wheat bread?
Per 100 g, quinoa has 120 calories and whole wheat bread has 247. Quinoa is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, quinoa or whole wheat bread?
Quinoa has 4.4 g of protein per 100 g; whole wheat bread has 13 g. Whole Wheat Bread wins on protein.
Is quinoa or whole wheat bread better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward quinoa — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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